Particle beam radiation therapies for cancer

Radiotherapy with charged particles can potentially deliver maximal doses while minimizing irradiation of surrounding tissues. It may be more effective or less harmful than other forms of radiotherapy for some cancers. Currently, seven centers in the United States have facilities for particle (proto...

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Main Author: Trikalinos, Thomas A.
Corporate Authors: United States Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Tufts Evidence-based Practice Center
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Rockville, MD Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality [2009], 2009
Series:Technical brief
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Collection: National Center for Biotechnology Information - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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Summary:Radiotherapy with charged particles can potentially deliver maximal doses while minimizing irradiation of surrounding tissues. It may be more effective or less harmful than other forms of radiotherapy for some cancers. Currently, seven centers in the United States have facilities for particle (proton) irradiation, and at least four are under construction, each costing between $100 and $225 million. The aim of this Technical Brief was to survey the evidence on particle beam radiotherapy
Item Description:Title from PDF title page. - Revised November 2009. - "Contract No. HHSA-290-07-10055". - Mode of access: Internet